Akron Life February 2022

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2/19 Tracy Byrd and Aaron Tippin Tracy Byrd became a household name in the country music scene in 1993 when his third single, “Holdin’ Heaven,” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Country Chart. The album also included the remake hit of Johnny Paycheck’s “Someone to Give my Love To,” cementing Byrd as a traditional country troubadour. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 7 p.m. $49-$69. cantonpalacetheatre.org 2/19 Back & Forth: Foo Fighters Tribute Spend an evening enjoying a tribute to the mighty sound and energy of the Foo Fighters. Jilly’s Music Room, 111 N. Main St., Akron. 8 p.m. $5-$10. jillysmusicroom.com 2/20 “Fun Children’s Music from a Preschool Teacher!” Mr. Jeff is a former Pre-K teacher at Shaw JCC of Akron, who earned his Child Development Associate Credential. Mr. Jeff had the privilege of teaching a classroom of 16 students, 4 and 5 years old, on a daily basis for three years. Reading, theatrics and music are Mr. Jeff’s three main passions, and he brings those elements to the forefront of his classes and performances. Akron Civic Theatre, Knight Stage, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 2:30 p.m. $8-$14. akroncivic.com 2/21 President’s Day at the Akron Zoo Enjoy free admission, and the Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH will be on the grounds with a fun activity. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $9. akronzoo.org 2/23 Dazzling Dahlias Learn how to grow colorful, stunning dahlias during this virtual presentation hosted by the Summit County Master Gardeners. 6:30 p.m. Free. summitmastergardeners. org

2/24 “Let’s Get Happy Paint Night” Grab a pal and be inspired by things like flowing rivers and happy little trees, just like the legendary Bob Ross himself with an Akron twist. There is sure to be a happy accident or two. Akron Civic Theatre, Knight Stage, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 6 p.m. $45. akroncivic. com 2/26 Midwinter Tunes Break the midwinter blues with a free celebration of music and community in Akron. The Akron Art Museum’s festival features musical acts, visual artists and community partners all hailing from Northeast Ohio. Music, ice carving, food trucks and festive lighting add spark to the wintry season, while pop-ups and activities are bound to warm up guests inside. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron. 4-8 p.m. akronartmuseum.org 2/26 Jeffrey Osborne with Lalah Hathaway Jeffrey Osborne is a Grammy-nominated singer songwriter, musician and lyricist. He is the former drummer and lead singer of the American R&B and soul group L.T.D. Lalah Hathaway is a soul, R&B and gospel singer. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 8 p.m. $38-$78. akroncivic.com 2/27 Jazz Brunch & Fundraiser Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach invites you to enjoy a jazz brunch featuring vocalist Barbara Knight. Savor either a mimosa or a bloody mary, then tuck into a hearty brunch. Stroll around and bid on auction items that benefit ORMACO’s outreach programs. Soak in the music and then enjoy an array of desserts. Mama’s Market & Eatery, 7249 Wooster Pike Road, Seville. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $45. ormaco.org

2/27 Bourbon and Bites Try three of Gervasi Vineyard’s bourbons paired with four delicious bites from our culinary team. Gervasi Vineyard, the Villa Grande Ballroom, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 2-3 p.m. $39. gervasivineyard.com 3/1 Harlem Quartet with pianist Aldo López Gavilán The acclaimed Harlem Quartet, founded by violinist Ilmar López-Gavilán, is joined by Ilmar’s brother, pianist, and composer Aldo López-Gavilán. The powerful concert reunites the Cuban-born brothers in Afro-Cuban jazz and a piano masterpiece by Robert Schumann. E.J. Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. $19-$49. tuesdaymusical.org 3/2 Crash Test Dummies 30th Anniversary Tour It’s been 30 years since Crash Test Dummies recorded its debut album, which garnered its first big hit and a Juno Award for Group of the Year. The Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent. 8 p.m. $45-$60. thekentstage.com 3/4 Zach Williams with special guest Anne Wilson Grammy Award-winner Zach Williams and his signature blend of southern rock, country and faith-filled songwriting are truly unlike anything else in contemporary Christian music today. He and rising star Anne Wilson can’t wait to bring the Spring ’22 Tour to Akron. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 8 p.m. $22 and up. akroncivic.com 3/5 EarthQuaker Symphony A special collaboration with Akron’s own EarthQuaker Devices presents the Akron Symphony Orchestra’s talents in a way they have never been heard, as Jon Sonnenberg and Jake Gunnar Walsh use EarthQuaker’s effects pedals to fuse electronica and acoustic instruments, emulating innovators like Haydn and Beethoven. E.J. Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron. 8 p.m. $15-$60. akronsymphony.org

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